Whatever you do, don’t ignore the senior horse. Proper care nutrition, and exercise will help your horse thrive.
A quick response to ailments, injuries or a decline in fitness can keep your older horse from having a serious or prolonged setback.
Keep up with Geriatric Management:
- Wellness exams
- Individual vaccination & deworming
- Evaluation of body condition & nutrition
- Dental Care
- Medical therapy of the aging horse
- Blood work including screening wellness bloodwork, insulin and ACTH levels
- Laminitis evaluation